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UNESCOUNESCO Plenary Session in Paris, France On September 29, 2003, Mrs. Bush gave the keynote address at UNESCO. The United States returned to UNESCO headquarters on October 1, 2003 after nearly a two-decade absence. Changes in UNESCO have created an opportunity for the United States to contribute to its worthy, focused goals. American leadership in the service of peace and security can help mobilize multilateral institutions, including UNESCO, to stand up for common values that promote tolerance and thwart terrorism. US Flag Raising Ceremony: Paris, France On September 29, 2003, Mrs. Bush participated in the ceremony in which the United States' flag joined the flags of other UNESCO member countries. She said the United States is committed to UNESCO's mission to improve the lives of children and families now and for generations to come, and she also said that she and the President are pleased that the flag of the United States will now proudly stand side by side with the other countries' flags.
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